There are countless books out there to read. Choosing which ones to read is a decision that not the easiest. That is why we have made a list of three books that you must read once in your life. Keep reading to find out what they are!
Only choosing three books is a tall task but I think it is a great number. Too many books can be overwhelming and discourage people. This is short enough that the books on the list will stay on people’s minds for a while.
And no, these three are not the three best books of all time. They are three amazing books that I believe everyone should read. These three books have a lot to offer and show the possibilities of reading well written books. You can see the full list below!
Three Books That You Must Read Once in Your Life
- 1984 by George Orwell
- The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams
- Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
Three Classics To Read
The first novel on the list is 1984 by George Orwell. It is a dystopian novel that imagines a totalitarianism world where mass surveillance is the norm and people’s freedom is limited. It was a cautionary tale by Orwell and when parts of the novel became reality, people said Orwell was right.
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy
Not every novel has to be a heavy read. The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams is a sci-fi comedy that will have you laughing throughout the series. The writing is brilliant, the plot is wild, and you will forget everything else. Books like this one remind you how fun reading can be and why we gravitate towards certain authors.
Frankenstein
Lastly, a novel that everyone should read once is Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. Many people have heard of it but few have actually picked it up and read it. It is considered to be the first sci-fi book written. The novel has elements of philosophy and makes the reader ask questions that are not easy to answer.
Conclusion
These are the three books that you must read once in your life. They all have something unique to offer and highlight the best traits of books. Have you read any of these books? Let us know in the comments below!
I have read all three.
I think everyone should read these, but my top 3 are different: Les Miserables, One Hundred Years Of Solitude and Pride & Prejudice.
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Brave New World
And you’ve touched my life 60 years ago.
Not easy, of course, but I also disagree with the selection – except 1984, of course. I would add Bleak House to remind us of so much that is still depressingly true and Brave New World, which, like 1984, reminds us to keep our eyes open all the time. (if I was allowed a 4th, it would be Catcher in the Rye).
Plus- Bury my heart at woundedknee
“A Thousand Splendid Suns” by Khaled Husseini was brilliant… Also Ayaan Hirsi Ali’s books – “The Caged Virgin”, “Infidel” & “Nomad”… Riveting stuff, riveting…!!!
The BIBLE…
They are Ahaqir choice. Mine and I am sure many have different choices…
Norway
My list is longer and would include Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler.
You should always re-read books.
First on the list should be The Bible.
The Bible: A Sacred, Non-Fiction Mini-library consisting of 66 volumes
I’ve read 2. Not sure if I want to read Frankenstein though…
Yeah, I’ve read 1984 at least twice, and Hitchhiker’s Guide, and Shelley’s Frankenstein.
One book all must read “Atlas Shrugged”
NOT Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy.
I have only read one of the three which is Orwell’s 1984
I have read all three. I would suggest though that after reading 1984, read “Brave New World” by Aldous Huxley. A different view of the future, but one that is also true in many ways!
BIBLE IS #1.
Bible is good fiction.
One day you will know.
3 books mentioned are fiction. The Bible God`s word…the truth!
Umm…really? Proofread your articles. Might make your recommendations feel valid.
Bad written books full with logical mistakes.
Sho’ nuff ” good stuff…!
William Franklin
One should be the BIBLE not all that senseless garbage
I believe one is the Bible!
Good stuff!
I’ve read all three. There are many more out there that are great reads. I’ve read thousands of books in my life.
I will like to read them.
Harper Lee’s “To Kill A Mockingbird” failed to make this narrow list. It is a sin to make such an omission.
Someone should do a review on EE Doc Smith
GONE WITH THE WIND!!!
An eclectic three choices – someone’s choices of reading material is always interesting and sometimes revealing.